Jackson Hole Writers Conference

The 2024 Jackson Hole Writers Conference was held from November 1 to November 3 at the Jackson Hole Center for the Arts in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The conference featured craft classes, lectures, readings, and manuscript critiques for poets, fiction writers, and creative nonfiction writers. The faculty included poet Jericho Brown, fiction writer Téa Obreht, and nonfiction writers Kevin Grange, Matteo Pistono, and Katherine E. Standefer. Participating publishing professionals included agent Jane Dystel (Dystel, Goderich & Bourret) and editor Austin Ross (HarperCollins). Tuition was $400 through July 31 and $500 thereafter. Single-day conference registration was $200. One-on-one manuscript consultations were available for an additional $75 to $150, depending on the length of the critique; register by October 1. Lodging was available at the Virginian Lodge for discounted rates. General registration was first come, first served. Visit the website for more information.

Accessibility accommodations include public transportation near the venue, elevators in all multilevel event spaces, accessible bathrooms on the venue’s ground floor, and accessible seating and parking. E-mail the executive director for additional accessibility details.